When giving an oral vaccine, which practice helps prevent contamination?
Correct answer: C. Keep the dropper tip away from the mouth and tongue
- A. Touch the dropper tip to the child’s lips
- B. Place the dropper tip inside the child’s mouth
- C. Keep the dropper tip away from the mouth and tongue
- D. Mix the vaccine with leftover milk in a feeding bottle
Explanation
The dropper tip should not touch the child’s mouth because this can contaminate the vial. Oral vaccines should be given directly as instructed, not mixed with milk or transferred to another container.
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